>Looking at the lights at night I could also see that my cleaning was not as thorough as I thought-- but they were >VERY clear and bright and clean looking where I did clean successfully. I will have to get inside with a new home >made coat hanger wire Q-tip tomorrow and do a more thorough cleaning. I could see a few still visible areas of film >even though I was 95% effective with my first cleaning. I might as well do it as long as the enthusiasm is still >with me. > >I recommend everyone clean the inside of your headlights. You will be glad you did.
FWIW I used pour a little methyl hydrate in headlights as a cleaner/solvent. It helps lift the dirt and it evaporates away cleanly and quickly (no water spots!). Cheers, Doug Alcock '84 Westy "BlueBelle" Toronto, Canada http://www.torontovanagon.com |
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